What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Noble Resource Group?
ABOUT US:
Noble Resource Group strives to be a leader in vegetation management, founded on the core values of Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. We've built a reputation as a solutions company, tackling the nation's most demanding projects for utility, energy, and infrastructure partners.
Our Culture: "I Am My Brother's Keeper"
This is the promise we make to each other. It means we have each other's backs, always. We watch out for one another, hold each other to a higher standard, and never let a teammate face a challenge alone. It’s a promise of mutual respect and absolute commitment to safety that unites every crew, every single day.
What We Look For (Hint: It's Not Just Experience)
Passion and character are more important to us than experience. We can teach you the skills to be a world-class arborist or equipment operator, but we can't teach drive. We are looking for humble, hungry, and smart individuals who are ready to commit to a team and a mission.
Please be aware that overnight travel (4-5 days/week) can occur at times throughout the year. In such cases, we book/pay for the rooms, and our team members receive $75 per diem for each night they are staying out of town.
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WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU:
- Very competitive, weekly pay;
- Great career advancement opportunities;
- Your choice of 2 different health insurance plans that best fits your needs;
- Paid holidays and vacation;
- Boot reimbursement;
- Travel pay including per diem, mileage, and we book and pay for hotels;
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking to add someone to our team who can fill the role of an experienced Equipment Operator to primarily run/maintain a Spider Excavator. This is an advanced piece of equipment that requires a high level of safety, precision, and care. Previous experience operating this specific piece of equipment is not required, but is preferred. Experience operating similar pieces of heavy machinery is required, preferably on less-than-ideal terrain (slopes, etc).
- Operating large specialized forestry equipment to complete R.O.W tree trimming and removal operations.
- Performs daily and additional routine maintenance and inspections of equipment.
- Works as or with the crew foreman to ensure daily tasks are being completed and communicating to team members with necessary information routinely.
- Other duties may include providing direction to other crew members, training new operators and other production duties such as chainsaw operation, stump treatment and R.O.W hazard idenitification and marking.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
- Minimum of 2 years experience operating heavy equipment machinery such as excavator.
- Operation of specialized tree care equipment; and some experience supervising a work crew; or any equivalent combination of training.
- Valid driver's license with ability to be covered under NRG auto insurance; reliable transportation; authorization to work for any employer in U.S.; be at least 18 years of age.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid State Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) is preferred.
- Ability to complete drug screen and background check.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired pay rate for this role?
- Are you able to complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check?
- If not listed on your resume, please describe any related experience operating a spider excavator or similar pieces of heavy equipment.
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person